DK Travel : Naples & the Amalfi Coast

From one perspective, this area is an anomaly, at once one of the earth’s most beautiful and yet most accursed places. It has been the choice of the great and wealthy as their playground, while also being the scene of some of the greatest natural disasters and the grittiest human misery. Perhaps these irreconcilable twists of fate are at the root of the Neapolitans’ famously optimistic cynicism. The city of Naples itself is a vibrant urban setting, almost non-European in its intensity, while the beauty of the surrounding coast has been known to make grown men weep.

Rent a Bed, Naples

For stays with private families this company offers range of choices and areas in Naples and on the coast.
Residence La Neffola, Sorrento

“Neffola” is the name of a fresh spring coming out of the rocks outside the town of Sorrento. The charming building here has been restored and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
Resina, Ercolano

Roman “antiques”.
Rex

Located by the sea in the famous Santa Lucia district, just around the corner from Naples’ bastions of luxury, this hotel is full of period style. Most of the rooms have views and charming balconies. The decor, though simple, is comfortable, and breakfast is included and served in your room.
Rino Corcione

One of several coral and cameo shops on and near this beautiful piazza. This one boasts a vast selection of pieces, some at highly affordable prices.
Ristorante Suisse, Pompeii

Of all the eateries outside the main gate of the ruins this one offers the nicest atmosphere, with indoor and outside tables. Standard trattoria fare.
Ristorante Vittoria, Sorrento

The grandest experience Sorrento has to offer, in the glittering frescoed dining room of this superlative hotel. Silver, china, crystal and fine linen complement the service you receive. Former diners have included Goethe, Byron, Wagner, Princess Margaret and Pavarotti.
RocoCò, Amalfi

Set up in the valley, this disco holds up to 200 party-goers. Good food available too.
Romulus Augustulus

The last emperor of the Western Empire died in Naples in AD 476.
Royal Naples

For regal edifices, including castles and palaces and elegant cafés and shops, this is a choice part of town and recently renovated to be more pedestrian-friendly. A good place to start is at the Fontana di Nettuno on Via Medina (see Fontana di Nettuna, Naples) and then head down towards the sea and west. This arc will take in many highlights, including Castel Nuovo, Teatro San Carlo and Galleria Umberto I.

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Restaurant price categories

For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
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- over €50
Hotel price categories

For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
- under €100
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- over €300